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Additive Manufacturing: Tools, Materials and Methods, 6 credits
Additiv tillverkning: verktyg, material och metoder, 6 hp
TFYA88
Main field of study
Applied Physics PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleCourse type
Programme courseExaminer
Jens ErikssonDirector of studies or equivalent
Magnus BomanEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 40 hRecommended self-study hours: 120 h
Available for exchange students
YesECV = Elective / Compulsory / Voluntary
Main field of study
Applied Physics, PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleAdvancement level
A1XCourse offered for
- Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering
- Master's Programme in Physics and Nanoscience
- Master's Programme in Mechanical Engineering
- Master's Programme in Materials Science and Nanotechnology
- Master of Science in Design and Product Development
- Master of Science in Energy - Environment - Management
- Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Science in Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering - International
- Master of Science in Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
Prerequisites
Thermodynamics at the level provided in a basic course in chemistry, physics, or materials science. Familiarity with material physics, as provided in a course such as modern physics, is beneficial but not required, as is familiarity with at least one CAD program. (CAD instruction will be offered as a brief supplemental course for those who lack training/experience.) Basic laboratory skills. This will be a relatively fast-paced course. Students who are unfamiliar with at least one of the pre-requisites (physics/chemistry/materials science or CAD) may struggle.
Intended learning outcomes
This course will provide a general understanding of additive manufacturing (3D-printing), and detailed understanding of:
- the physics and chemistry involved with the various printing methods, including the material requirements,
- the types of materials appropriate for various printing methods,
- various printing methods, their advantages and disadvantages,
- current and future applications of additive manufacturing.
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- describe several types of 3D printers, their mode of operation, and their strengths and limitations,
- determine which type of printer is most suitable for fabricating a part based on the requirements of the desired product (choice of material, tolerances, etc.), or whether 3D printing is at all a viable option,
- prepare 3D CAD models for creating printed devices (including editing for printer limitations, etc.), and
- confidently produce 3D-printed devices with at least two kinds of 3D printers (after hands-on work in the labs).
Course content
Material properties in the solid, liquid, and other (gel, glass) states. Phase-change processes and chemical reactions, including photo-initiated chemistry. Introduction to digital control of mechanical systems (stepper motors, etc.) Introduction to fluid mechanics, as applied to additive manufacturing. Introduction to surface science, as applied to additive manufacturing. Applications, strengths, and weaknesses of various forms of additive manufacturing including: Mechanical applications (prototypes, mechanical components), chemical and life-science applications (prosthetics, artificial organs, lab-on-a-chip devices, etc.). An introduction to 3D CAD. An introduction to planning/slicing software. Hands-on design, fabrication, and evaluation of fabricated parts.
Teaching and working methods
This course includes lectures, hands-on labs, a student-defined project and a field trip.
Examination
| LAB1 | Laboratory work | 1 credits | U, G |
| TEN1 | Written examination | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
| PRA2 | Student project and presentation | 2 credits | U, G |
Grades
Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5Other information
About teaching and examination language
The teaching language is presented in the Overview tab for each course. The examination language relates to the teaching language as follows:
- If teaching language is Swedish, the course as a whole or in large parts, is taught in Swedish. Please note that although teaching language is Swedish, parts of the course could be given in English. Examination language is Swedish.
- If teaching language is Swedish/English, the course as a whole will be taught in English if students without prior knowledge of the Swedish language participate. Examination language is Swedish or English (depending on teaching language).
- If teaching language is English, the course as a whole is taught in English. Examination language is English.
Other
The course is conducted in a manner where both men's and women's experience and knowledge are made visible and developed.
The planning and implementation of a course should correspond to the course syllabus. The course evaluation should therefore be conducted with the course syllabus as a starting point.
Department
Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologiDirector of Studies or equivalent
Magnus BomanExaminer
Jens ErikssonEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 40 hRecommended self-study hours: 120 h
Course literature
Websites
Review articles and notes available for download (password protected) on the course homepage
| Code | Name | Scope | Grading scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAB1 | Laboratory work | 1 credits | U, G |
| TEN1 | Written examination | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
| PRA2 | Student project and presentation | 2 credits | U, G |
Websites
Review articles and notes available for download (password protected) on the course homepage
Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.
I = Introduce, U = Teach, A = Utilize
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| 1. DISCIPLINARY KNOWLEDGE AND REASONING | ||||||
| 1.1 Knowledge of underlying mathematics and science (G1X level) |
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LAB1
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| 1.2 Fundamental engineering knowledge (G1X level) |
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X
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LAB1
TEN1
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Fluid dynamics, solid mechanics, materials science |
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| 1.3 Further knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural science (G2X level) |
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X
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LAB1
TEN1
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Fluid dynamics, solid mechanics, materials science |
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| 1.4 Advanced knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural sciences (A1X level) |
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LAB1
TEN1
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Fluid dynamics, solid mechanics, materials science |
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| 1.5 Insight into current research and development work |
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This course covers a rapidly-developing area, including the areas that are being researched for future applications. |
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| 2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES | ||||||
| 2.1 Analytical reasoning and problem solving |
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| 2.2 Experimentation, investigation, and knowledge discovery |
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LAB1
TEN1
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Students are given significant freedom in both the labs and the project. |
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| 2.3 System thinking |
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LAB1
TEN1
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Completing the labs and project require consideration of the software, hardware, materials, and their interaction |
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| 2.4 Attitudes, thought, and learning |
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TEN1
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| 2.5 Ethics, equity, and other responsibilities |
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LAB1
TEN1
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One of the motivations for additive manufacturing is its efficiency (for small volume production) and effective use of materials. Maximizing this, and minimizing environmental impact, are discussed and examined. |
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| 3. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION | ||||||
| 3.1 Teamwork |
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LAB1
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| 3.2 Communications |
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TEN1
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| 3.3 Communication in foreign languages |
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This course is offered in English. |
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| 4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT | ||||||
| 4.1 External, societal, and environmental context |
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| 4.2 Enterprise and business context |
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The motivation for AM is discussed and examined from both sustainability and economic perspectives. |
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| 4.3 Conceiving, system engineering and management |
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The project is chosen and driven by the students. They are responsible for establishing and executing a plan to complete the project. |
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| 4.4 Designing |
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| 4.5 Implementing |
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| 4.6 Operating |
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| 5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS | ||||||
| 5.1 Societal conditions, including economic, social, and ecological aspects of sustainable development for knowledge development |
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| 5.2 Economic conditions for knowledge development |
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| 5.3 Identification of needs, structuring and planning of research or development projects |
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Students are encourage to take on a project that hasn't been demonstrated previously. This is, effectively, a development project. |
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| 5.4 Execution of research or development projects |
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| 5.5 Presentation and evaluation of research or development projects |
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The students document their project and result in a written report, including an evaluation of what they would do differently should they repeat the project. |
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